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Harmonica 8-Week Class
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
This 8-week class on the basics of harmonica playing is geared to beginners and early intermediate players. We will be concentrating on breathing techniques, how to play "single notes", rhythm, bending notes, soloing and playing "behind" the band. We will also concentrate on perfecting tone. You will learn both straight and cross harp methods.
Mandolin III
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
This class will take an in-depth look at the players and styles of pre-WW2 blues and ragtime mandolin. You will learn arrangements and techniques for some of the best songs of the genre focusing primarily on the keys of G, C, and D.
Modern Banjo-Doug Goldstein
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
This class is designed to help you learn how to play the music YOU want to play! We will explore techniques and concepts from other instruments, genres, and music from around the world. Equipped with this modern banjo toolkit, you will leave this class with the fundamental skills for your own advanced transcriptions and arrangements. Transcend the boundaries of the banjo! We all love Earl, but the Scruggs book is not gospel. If you are an intermediate/...
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New Orleans Jazz - Mandolin & Tenor Banjo
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
Introduction to New Orleans Jazz for Mandolin and Tenor Banjo - For mandolin and tenor banjo players looking to add a bit of Louisiana flavor to their playing, this two part workshop offers an accessible introduction to the jazz stylings of New Orleans. Using a variety of popular New Orleans tunes as a launching point, this workshop will explore stylistic chord choices and comping techniques, using double stops and chord melody as ways of interpreting...
Bluegrass Fiddle Solo Intensive
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY
Bill Monroe once characterized bluegrass music as “Scottish bagpipes and ole-time fiddlin’.” While hinting at the international range of the music’s roots and influences, he was also highlighting the distinctive role that the fiddle plays in defining the genre. This class will focus on those moments when the bluegrass fiddler takes the spotlight and plays a solo. Equal parts style, technique and showmanship, it’s a spontaneous combination...
Breaking Down the Hits: Basic Music Theory for Singers
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
In this class we will look at some beloved favorite songs from the 1950s-60s (girl group songs, Beach Boys, soul classics) and break down the basic theory behind them. The class will involve singing as well as some written exercises and worksheets to get you familiar with scale degrees, interval ear training and understanding chord progressions and harmonies. No musical training required!
The Songs of Bob Dylan
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music @ 227 W 29 St, New York, NY
An 8-week class covering the songs of Bob Dylan. Learn to sing and play a bunch of his best songs and greatest hits. Open to anybody who knows the basic chords on their instrument (If you know most of the following chords, you'll be fine: G, C, D, A, E, F, Em, Am, Dm, E7, A7, D7, B7. We'll encounter some other chords along the way, but those are enough to start with). Though primarily a guitar class, people are welcome to join with mandolins,...
Intermediate Fiddle
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
Intermediate Fiddle is intended for anyone who has taken Fiddle 1 or had some introductory fiddle instruction. It is also an excellent entry point for anyone who has played violin in the past (even many years before). Topics will include 2-octave scales, basic fiddle rhythm, finding your own best bow grip, dynamics, drone strings and more. These concepts will be introduced through a series of traditional American fiddle tunes. Students can expect...
Jelly Jamz (infants/ toddlers/up to 4yrs)
New York Jazz Academy @ 263 W 86th St, New York, NY
Children will experience an exciting musical repertoire designed to enrich and develop an early appreciation, awareness and understanding of musical fundamentals. Jelly Jamz is an innovative, dynamic, and thoroughly researched jazz program for infants and toddlers. Jelly Jamz introduces jazz music to young children, ages 6 months to 4 years. The dynamic Jelly Jamz curriculum draws upon classic and modern jazz, original songs, and traditional folk...
Introduction to Celtic Harp
Irish Arts Center @ 500 W 52nd St, New York, NY
Starting with the basics, the class will gradually work towards exploring variations on melodies and reels while learning melodies and basic accompanying patterns. The Celtic harp produces a lush, beautiful sound that many people find soothing and relaxing. Be inspired and learn to play this wonderful instrument. This course is designed for the complete beginner but also welcomes students who can already play a few tunes, know basic hand...
One thousand shades of Blues
Students will learn information about key jazz musicians through the use of listening examples and discussion. Are you unsure about what scales to play when you see a chord symbol? Would you like to work on your rhythm? Would you like to know how to learn a tune effectively? Would you like to expand your repertoire? Do you want to improve your improvisation skills? If you answered yes to any of these questions this workshop is for you! The class...
Song Ensemble - For all instruments!
In this new course, we will focus on arranging traditional Irish songs for performance with accompanying instruments. Hone your skills as a singer or accompanist within a friendly and supportive group environment and explore the basics of song arrangement and ensemble playing. Requirement: prior singing experience and/or basic skills on an instrument such as guitar, piano, fiddle, whistle, etc.
Guitar for Traditional Irish Accompaniment
Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY
Guitars are recognized the world over and used in all types of musical settings. This class will teacher guitar in relation to accompanying Irish music. Designed for students who have a very basic knowledge of standard guitar playing, this class will teach guitar in relation to accompanying Irish music. Lessons will include: strum techniques structures general knowledge of backing traditional Irish tunes For Guitar Rentals or Purchases,...
How to Launch a Podcast
For thought leaders, companies, and brands with a need to amplify their authority and expand their reach, podcasting is quickly becoming one of the best ways to communicate your ideas, your passion, and your unique insights to an engaged audience. In this interactive workshop, we will review all the aspects of creating, launching, and marketing your new podcast. The well-being of our employees, students, clients, instructors, and guests is our...
Tin Whistle II: Beginners
Irish Arts Center @ 244 W 54th St, New York, NY
This class is for those who have taken the Introduction to Tin Whistle class, but have never studied another instrument or need more time to master the basics. This class will continue to focus on basic whistle techniques: breathing, tonguing, and playing in both octaves. Additionally, students will work on strengthening skills of listening and picking up tunes by ear as we learn a number of traditional jigs, polkas, songs, and marches. ...
Jazz Composition Intensive for Beginners – Summer
Learn to write and arrange your own music! In this exciting 2-day intensive, students will learn about the process of creating original jazz compositions. By analyzing works from the jazz repertoire, participants will gain new incites into the roles of melody, harmony, improvisation, and form within a variety of compositions. Students will walk away inspired and encouraged to apply these techniques to their own compositions. Emphasis will be placed...
York College Big Band
Calling all community jazz musicians! Perform classic big band literature, Latin music, funk tunes and more with the York College Big Band. Founded in 2007, the YCBB explores large ensemble repertoire and is an active ensemble on and off campus. Students must be able to read music. An audition is required and space is limited.
Clawhammer Banjo III
The Jalopy Theatre and School of Music
In Clawhammer III, we will review curriculum from Clawhammer II as well as introduce more advanced techniques and styles. New repertoire will be covered and the class will also deal with the music theory and improvisation side of the banjo. If you don't have a banjo, you can rent one from us!
A Cool Approach to Jazz: Jazz Theory 101
New York Jazz Academy @ 263 W 86th St, New York, NY
Students will learn how to read and outline chord symbols on their instruments, with the aim of using these outlines in improvisation. An 8-week course delving into the basics of jazz harmony and theory. This class will emphasize the importance of the major scale, and how it relates to chords, melodies, and progressions found in jazz. This course is cumulative, and will reference material being taught in other classes. Students will be...
Jazz Guitar 101
In this class you will learn the fundamentals of jazz guitar performance in a simple and approachable manner and you will be playing jazz from day one. You will learn the basics of soloing on important jazz songs and learn the chords needed to play these tunes. Learn how to start playing jazz guitar now! This class is perfect for guitarists who are looking to begin their journey into the world of jazz guitar. All the material is presented...
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